8.17.2011

"Design Collection" BIG REVEAL




I've been alluding to a " design collection" on my blog and podcast 
in vague terms and photos for quite awhile now.
But now I am so excited to finally tell you what this "collection" is all about!
 It's a bit more than just a grouping of new patterns, its actually a self-published BOOK 
that I have put together with designer and friend, Hannah Fettig from Knitbot!

Hannah and I are friends living on opposite ends of the country but have come together to produce this book, Coastal Knits. It's a compilation of ten new designs inspired by specific locations on our respective East and West coastlines.






What a fun and exciting project this has been! I cant wait to share it with all of you!
Preorders for the book will start in September and we expect the book itself to be released in October.
Of course there will be much more information about Coastal Knits provided over the following weeks, but for now, here are some sneak previews of the patterns we've included!
(**Warning** This is the longest blogpost ever!)


First up! A look at my West Coast designs...


"Rustling Leaves" Beret.


"Gnarled Oak" Cardigan


"Sand and Sea" Shawlette



"Wildflower" Cardigan


"Cambrian" Cowl




And now for Hannah's East Coast inspired designs....

"Rocky Coast" Cardigan

"Branching Out" Mitts
"Water's Edge" Cardigan
"Panoramic" Stole

"Bayside" Pullover


For more pictures of Hannah's beautiful knits, please visit her blog at knitbot.com.


I am SO excited by how this collection has come together. I really hope that you will enjoy it too!

More updates to follow!
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106 comments:

  1. thewalshfamAugust 17, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Beautiful!!! Absolutely beautiful! I want to knit every single piece! Thank goodness preschool is starting soon :). That way I'll hopefully have more knitting time! Congrats to you both on an awesome job!

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  2. CatieAugust 17, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    gorgeous knits - I'm super excited about the book!

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  3. UnknownAugust 17, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Congrats to you both. Beautiful job.

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  4. acornartsAugust 17, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    Consider one sold! I can't wait. Not to sound like a suck-up, but you & Hannah are my favorite knitwear designers! Really, you can check my raverly page! I didn't see a project that I couldn't see myself knitting. Congratulations to you both!

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  5. LauraLillyLauraAugust 17, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    They are fabulous!! I can't wait for the whole book!!!

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  6. NuttygalAugust 17, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    I want to knit them all!!!! When does this book come out.

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  7. PassionknitlyAugust 17, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    OMG. I love the cabled cardigan. I also love the model's hair. Want both!

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  8. PinkyleeAugust 17, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    All I can say is AWESOME! Can't wait

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  9. EllenAugust 17, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    All of the designs are gorgeous! Congratulations to you and Hannah. I can't wait for the book to come out. A new baby, a new book - what a great time for you, Alana!

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  10. ErinAugust 17, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    Lovely!

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  11. TobyAugust 17, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    I can not wait for Coastal Knits to be available! ALL of the patterns are just beautiful! I can't wait to get started on several of these pieces and they will all be for ME ME ME! :)

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  12. Gracey is not my name....August 17, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Congratulations! Awesome collection!

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  13. SuzanneAugust 17, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Oh my! You have outdone yourself. Wow. I absolutely love that beret.

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  14. EmilyAugust 17, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    Wow! Beautiful! There's not a single thing I don't like!

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  15. UnknownAugust 17, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    All the designs are so beautiful! Looking forward to the book.

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  16. Silvia M.August 17, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Gorgeous designs, can't wait to get a copy! :)

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  17. JennAugust 17, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    what a lovely idea! the projects are beautiful!

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  18. grandmastatusAugust 17, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    Wow! Congratulations! I think I like the wildflower cardi best. Hannah's Bayside is also lovely. I can't wait to see this wonderful new addition in person :)

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  19. PixelatedMushroomAugust 17, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    :D sounds like it will be a print book rather than an e-book? or perhaps both? can't wait ^_^

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  20. KateAugust 17, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    you two are amazing!!!! i cannot wait to see the book! beautiful, inspiring pieces, every one of them.

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  21. drMolly, the BeanQueenAugust 17, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    WOW & WOW! I really like those designs, especially the sweaters. I'm going to look for that book!

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  22. KerstinAugust 17, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Just beautiful Alana. All your hard work shows in every stitch. This is only the beginning of a long successful design career for you. I wish you and Hannah lots of fun enjoying the fruits of your labor! I can't wait to see the book!

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  23. MalinAugust 17, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    Oh wow! What a great collection! That first beret is gorgeous.

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  24. MikaelaAugust 17, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    I´m definitely going to buy this beautiful book when it´s released! Beautiful patterns and dito pictures½

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  25. KaitlinAugust 17, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    All of them are so unique and beautiful. I think these patterns will appeal across generations! As a 19 yo knitter I am beyond excited for this book. Definitely buying it.

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  26. EmilyAugust 17, 2011 at 10:12 PM

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  27. My One and OnlyAugust 17, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Absolutely beautiful!!!!

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  28. EmilyAugust 17, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    AAAAAAAAHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!! I am SO VERY VERY EXCITED to see this! You are both my favorite designers and this is going to be an amazing collaboration! So happy my birthday is right around the corner, I will most definitely be pre-ordering this book.

    Now, what to make first? :)

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  29. CinnamonAugust 17, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Oh my goodness Alana I am stunned. I think I want to knit every item! Can't wait for the book. Congratulations!

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  30. AnonymousAugust 18, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    Very femine collection, i absolutely loved rocky coast cardigan

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  31. Kitty CoutureAugust 18, 2011 at 1:28 AM

    Everything looks just wonderful! There is no doubt this book is going to be a huge success. Congratulations to you and Hannah!

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  32. MelissaAugust 18, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    Wow! I have to say that I want to knit absolutely every single piece shown in this book. And that is never the case with me (i'm picky!). Gorgeous!!!!
    Congratulations! I can't wait to order my book.

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  33. polkaknitsAugust 18, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    Absolutely beautiful and wearable collection, congrats!

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  34. MonicaAugust 18, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    beautiful designs from both of you! Congratulations!

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  35. AnonymousAugust 18, 2011 at 4:34 AM

    Beautiful patterns, I'm so buying the book when it comes out!

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  36. penelope10August 18, 2011 at 5:06 AM

    What a beautiful collection! Can't wait to own it!

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  37. ashley_mannAugust 18, 2011 at 5:25 AM

    So, I knew this new collection was going to rock the house. But, wow, this goes so far beyond that! Knitting world, take notice! Alana and Hannah have taken over.

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  38. UnknownAugust 18, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    Oh My Goodness! What a wonderful selection of knits!

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  39. UnknownAugust 18, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    i need to own this IMMEDIATELY! super impressive Alana, everything's gorgeous! (your curly-haired model is just darn adorable too . . . i've always wanted curly hair)

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  40. LoriAugust 18, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    A book? You AND Hannah Fettig in the same book? OMG, you have outdone yourself! I seriously love both of your designs and would buy this book sight unseen, price unknown - but the designs ... they are SO gorgeous. As some others have said, I can see myself knitting each and every one of these. They are so beautiful. Eagerly awaiting the book. And thank you for giving us such beautiful things to knit. :)

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  41. DeniseAugust 18, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    OMG! What gorgeous knits, I love em all, especially the cardis for fall:-) can't wait!

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  42. Ms. RachelAugust 18, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Such lovely colors

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  43. meppybnAugust 18, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    Wow, wow, wow - great staples with a twist - just love them all! Consider another one 'sold' :) btw, apologies if this is nitpicky but it should be 'allude' in your first sentence, - elude is to evade :) :)

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  44. Missy knitsAugust 18, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Oh wow, I can't even decide which one to knit first!! I am a big fan of both you and Hannah, and this book is going to be the best of both worlds!! Fantastic collaboration--kuddos to both of you!!!

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  45. AnonymousAugust 18, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    There are absolutely NO WORDS for the beautiful creations. Gorgeous & beautiful don't even begin to describe it. I am so excited for you!

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  46. Mr Puffy's Knitting Blog:August 18, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Love this collection!!! I'm a West coast gal and your designs look ideal for our "winter" ~

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  47. JessicaAugust 18, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Just beautiful!!
    Jpeled on ravelry

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  48. millefeuillesAugust 18, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    I feel happier still and more inspired today after seeing your stunningly graceful collection; leaves, leaves... Fall, here we come.

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  49. margauxAugust 18, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    wow that is awesome! Beautiful job!! I am in love with so many of the designs.

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  50. AnaAugust 18, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Yeah...definitely 'alluding', not 'eluding'.
    I love the classic look of this! The book will be great.........

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  51. MartaAugust 18, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    What an exciting project! I love Hannah's designs, as well as yours. And the photos are amazing!

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  52. JulieAugust 18, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    all these designs are so, so gorgeous!! what a great collaborative project, I cna't wait!!

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  53. AnonymousAugust 18, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    OH MY GOODNESS! These are gorgeous! I think I'm just as excited as you about this! I can't wait!

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  54. Tante JAugust 18, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    As a California native who's been transplanted to the East Coast I have to say that ALL the patterns absolutely appeal! I can't wait for the release date!! Wishing you both a HUGE success with this.

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  55. LisaAugust 18, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Lovely!

    I know I'm in trouble when I'm looking at the pictures going, "I want to knit that" and "I want to king that", "Ooo that's cute! I want to kint that!"

    Super excited about the book!

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  56. DeeAugust 18, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Everything is just beautiful! Your designs are perfect with so much attention to detail! Can't wait for the book!

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  57. Clumsy KnitterAugust 18, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Wow. Everything is so gorgeous that I want to knit it all. Congrats!

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  58. AudKnitsAugust 18, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    How thrilling! Each design is fantastic. I love the "coastal" concept. I can hardly wait for the book to come out - I want to make so many your gorgeous patterns!

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  59. SaraAugust 18, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    There isn't a design there that I wouldn't want to knit and wear myself. This will be a must buy book for me! Nice work, ladies!
    Sara

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  60. Kristina KnitsAugust 18, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Congratulations Alana! I am so happy for both of you and the collection looks just amazing. I can't wait for it to come out!

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  61. Overanalyzer:August 18, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Ok I MUST have this! I am so impressed with every piece. How beautiful they all are! Where can we buy??

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  62. BetsyAugust 18, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    So amazingly beautiful. I see so many things I would love to make.

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  63. MimosaAugust 19, 2011 at 1:50 AM

    Congratulations ! Your designs are gorgeous !

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  64. craftyneedlesAugust 19, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    All the designs are fantastic. I especially love your sweaters, Alana! I can't wait for the book!

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  65. KnitterellaAugust 19, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    Lovely!!! So exciting. I want to pre-order!

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  66. gowyoAugust 19, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    How exciting I can hardly wait till October!

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  67. ikkinlalaAugust 19, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Congratulations!

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  68. JaydenAugust 19, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Absolutley beautiful!! Love everything about it... the patterns, the yarn choices, colors, the photography.

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  69. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    I think rustling leaves is my favorite. The bayside pullover is magnificant. Your gnarled oak cardigan (I see what the pidgeon roof was used for) is luscious. Congratulations! So much excitement for you this year on the professional and personal level!

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  70. Completely FroggedAugust 19, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Beautiful knitwear! I love it. I've listened to your great podcast, but this is my first adventure to your blog. What a pleasant surprise!

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  71. BettyAugust 19, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    WOW I love each design and would love to start knitting now. I hope I can obtain the yarns used because they are so pretty. Congratulations to you both. Self publishing is no easy matter. I am a fan of your podcast and you could read me stories that I could listen to all day - your voice has an amazing quality. I am so glad you can pursue your interest with such great passion.

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  72. CamiAugust 19, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    I am in LOVE with these designs! So well done. Water's Edge cardigan is amazing. It's so beautiful! Congratulations, Alana!

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  73. HeidiAugust 20, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    This is some of your best work! And the most excited I have been about new patterns in awhile. Can't wait for the book! Way to go! What a huge endeavor!
    bigheidi on ravelry

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  74. KellyAugust 20, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Stunning!! Great work. I am sold! I want to knit them all. I love both of your cardigans...and Hannah's designs too.

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  75. PhayeAugust 20, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    I did not see one thing that would not make my must knit list.
    I can not wait for all these patterns to be published. Thank you for sharing.

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  76. Jenny T.August 20, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Wow! I love ALL the patterns! I am so excited for you and for this book to come out!

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  77. millefeuillesAugust 21, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Dear Alana,
    I just wanted to ask/let you know that I am offering to pay for two of your Fall patterns as a giveaway on my blog.

    I hope that is ok?

    Thank you.

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  78. KarenAugust 21, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    They are all so gorgeous! I want to knit them all! =) You are so talented!

    ~hunnyb~ on ravelry

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  79. kristal135August 21, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Congratulations on such a lovely collection! You and Hannah must be delighted with the result. Can't wait to place my order. Kristal135

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  80. DawnAugust 22, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Beautiful...this would be great to review on my vidcast!

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  81. Michelle BAugust 22, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    Wow!! I love them! I cna't wait for the book to come out!!

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  82. PoetheadAugust 22, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Congratulations on this collaboration! The designs look spectacular! I can't wait to see the book and buy the patterns.

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  83. D2August 22, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    The designs are lovely - i really think you both did a fabulous job!

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  84. RacedogmomAugust 22, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    I don't buy collections. Never enough designs that I'd want to cast on. Not in this case. I WANT THIS BOOK!!! So many pieces that I'd love to knit! Wow. Just wow.

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  85. Denise/CTAugust 22, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Looking forward to this publication...two of my favorite designers in one book! WOW!!!

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  86. k2ntrishAugust 22, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Great designs. Congrats to you both.

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  87. Kristen RettigAugust 22, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Beautiful! There are 4 that I must knit pronto so I hope this comes out soon! Very happy for you.

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  88. TimmieAugust 23, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    A friend told me about your blog last night. Glad she did. I love the designs for the book and can't wait to order one. I'll be following from now on.

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  89. Geraldine August 23, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    Oh I want that shawlette! These are just beautiful, all of them. COngrats on the new book, I remember the excitement of that feeling. Well done! Can't wait to see the book too.

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  90. Geraldine August 23, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    PS: I posted about your new book over at my cooking and craft blog:

    http://veggiesyarnsandtails.wordpress.com/2011/08/23/a-new-knitting-book-to-check-out/

    Hope it's a great success. Beautiful work!

    Cheers, G

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  91. stephigordonAugust 24, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Stunning, beautiful, lovely.... can't wait to see the book!!! Congratulations! Stephanie

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  92. KatieBAugust 24, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    Great news about "Coastal Knits." I am in the midst of planning a short fall anniversary trip to the Cali Central Coast and hope to be lugging a copy of the book with me.

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  93. rinebirdAugust 24, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    What a beautiful collection & the yarn you chose.rinebird@gmail.com

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  94. tinaAugust 24, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    Ab Fab! I want to knit it all and it's been a long time since I've said that! Count me as waiting impatiently! Great job!

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  95. Flaming StarrAugust 25, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    These designs are a delight! I want to knit all of them. What a beautiful job Congratulations to both of you.

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  96. L. P.August 25, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    What a gorgeous set of patterns and work. You have a great eye for design and for the yarns that make them.

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  97. I'm gonna tell Mom!August 25, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    Georgeous. Inspired and Inspiring. I lost track of how many I would love to have, knit and wear!
    kim

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  98. CarolAugust 26, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    MUST. HAVE. IT. ALL. Knitting lust is in full swing and incurable now. What have you done to me?

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  99. purltherapyAugust 27, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    Absolutely fabulous! I can't wait to add this to my library, find some beautiful yarn and start my needles a clicking.

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  100. RachelUnraveledAugust 27, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Your collection is even more beautiful than I could have imagined! I love all of your's and Hannah's designs and I can't wait to get knitting (especially the Gnarled Oak cardi!) Congrats to you both!

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  101. Marigold JamAugust 29, 2011 at 3:37 AM

    I so want that book!

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  102. AnonymousAugust 29, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    Aaah !
    Every single piece is so beatutifull, whit nice detail and so feminine... The book will be super-successful, I'm sure !

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  103. zenmariaAugust 29, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Wow..!

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  104. jenAugust 31, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    Stunning patterns. They are all 'something' that I want to make.

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  105. kamoulSeptember 1, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    These patterns are fabulous. I can't wait for the book to be released.

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  106. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    Delish!! Beautiful photos and designs.

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